Job prospects Office Reception Clerk in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Receptionists in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Receptionists (NOC 14101) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• Advancements in technology have altered the core functions of this occupation towards more advanced computer skills. Other office duties, including data entry, accounting and general office work, have been consolidated into some receptionist positions.
• There will be employment opportunities from turnover due to the large size of this workforce, the low entry requirements of the occupation and the young age profile of workers.
• Individuals with good communication and organisational skills, as well as strong multi-tasking, data entry and computer skills, will have better opportunities.
• Candidates may be required to be bilingual for certain positions.

Here are some key facts about Receptionists in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 670 people work in this occupation.
• Receptionists mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 17%
  • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 16%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 13%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 13%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology